Debt raid to soften ‘catastrophic’ water bill blow
Plunging the state hundreds of millions of dollars further into debt is being considered to ease water bill hikes funding connections to major new housing developments.
Cost Of Living
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Calls for more homes to suit the ‘silver storm’ of downsizers
A greater mix of housing options is needed for the state’s ageing population to avoid a “silver tsunami” exacerbating a housing crisis, industry leaders say.
Editor’s view: We can’t let children grow up like this
These are scenes we are more used to seeing in international cities, particularly in places such as the US. Not at home. And not in the electorate of our Premier, writes the editor.
How to save thousands on your home loan
With interest rates ranging as much as 2 per cent across different lenders, the right move can save you tens of thousands of dollars off the life of your home loan.
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How you can save thousands by upcycling clothes
Australians buy on average 56 new clothing each year and also throw 10kg of fashion away into landfill. See how adopting a mending mindset could save you money and the planet.
‘Every 8 mins’: Scammers’ new ways of stealing your money
One Australian falls victim to scammers every eight minutes with self-reported losses from topping $33bn a year. Experts say no one is safe. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Why your wages should be going up
New data shows that skill shortages are forcing some businesses to increase wages, and workers in one industry have done better than the rest.
Turn $10 a day into $1 million
Diverting some extra money daily into debts, investments or superannuation can deliver huge dividends. Here’s how.
How to handle interest rate impact on borrowing power
The official interest rate has jumped 2.25 per cent this year but mortgage repayments have risen a frightening 24 per cent.
Busy mum: How I save $100 on groceries
Despite a “crazy” schedule, businesswoman Melissa Edney estimates she saves $100 a week on groceries thanks to a simple three-step strategy.
‘Wasteful’: OzHarvest CEO roasts cooking shows
Aussie households are wasting up to $2500 every year on food. See why TV cooking shows like MasterChef and My Kitchen Rules may be to blame.
‘Disturbing’ pressure hitting Aussie economy
The extraordinary impact of economic “challenges” affecting the country is ramping up as the “pain threshold” grows. But the worst is yet to come.
Putting the freeze on cost and food waste
Celebrity chef and Coles ambassador Courtney Roulston reveals how using frozen produce can save you time, money and reduce your food waste in your kitchen.
‘More harm’: Bleak interest rate call
House prices may be falling – but apparently, that won’t stop the RBA from aggressively jacking up the cash rate as households suffer.
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